How to use this lesson: read each item aloud, notice the collocation, cover the definition and retrieve the word from memory. Then use at least three items in your own sentences.
10 useful words and phrases
device
A piece of electronic equipment.
Example: This device connects to the network automatically.
Natural collocation: mobile device
software
Programs used by a computer.
Example: We updated the software yesterday.
Natural collocation: install software
account
A registered identity used to access an online service.
Example: Create an account with a strong password.
Natural collocation: user account
password
A secret word or string used to access a system.
Example: Never reuse the same password everywhere.
Natural collocation: reset a password
privacy
The right to control access to personal information.
Example: Check the app’s privacy settings.
Natural collocation: online privacy
data
Information stored or processed digitally.
Example: The company encrypts customer data.
Natural collocation: personal data
upload
To transfer a file to an online system.
Example: Please upload the document as a PDF.
Natural collocation: upload a file
download
To copy data from the internet to your device.
Example: You can download the app for free.
Natural collocation: download an update
network
A connected system of computers or devices.
Example: The office network is temporarily unavailable.
Natural collocation: wireless network
update
A new version designed to improve software.
Example: The latest update fixes several bugs.
Natural collocation: software update
Quick vocabulary check
- 1. Which word means “a piece of electronic equipment”? device
- 2. Which word means “programs used by a computer”? software
- 3. Which word means “a registered identity used to access an online service”? account
- 4. Which word means “a secret word or string used to access a system”? password
- 5. Which word means “the right to control access to personal information”? privacy
Make the vocabulary active
Choose five items above and make them personal. Say one true sentence about your life, work, studies or experience for each item. For stronger recall, return tomorrow and try to reproduce the collocations without looking.